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Planning the Perfect Getaway: 6 Reasons Why You Should Visit Sankoty Lakes

In 2019, over 117 million�tourists visited the beautiful state of Illinois. Some of the most popular tourist attractions were the Navy Pier, Lincoln Park, and Anderson Japanese Gardens. What if you aren’t someone that enjoys the hustle and bustle but still wants to visit Illinois? 

If that’s the case, then you should visit Sankoty Lakes in Illinois. Then, you’ll be able to enjoy staying in the state of Illinois, and at the same time, enjoy the calmness of nature.

Let’s take a look at what to do in Sankoty Lakes.

  1. Camping in Sankoty Lakes

The main attraction of Sankoty Lakes is camping by the three major Sankoty Lakes. You’ll wake up to a beautiful sunrise and enjoy the sounds of nature while you sleep. Glamping in Sankoty Lakes is also possible since several glamping sites offer all the amenities you may want during your stay.

If tents aren’t appealing, you can also stay in river cabins located next to the Illinois River. 

  1. RV Park

Sankoty Lakes has over 20 pull-in RV parks located throughout the three major lakes.

Each RV park is equipped with 30 and 50-amp electrical hookups and sewer pump-outs. Additionally, there’s are bathhouses at the RV parks with a view of the lakes. 

  1. Duck Hunting

Another popular thing to do when visiting Sankoty Lakes is duck hunting.

The hunting grounds are located near Sankoty Lakes, and you can get there by car. You can even bring your trusty hunting dog to help you get some ducks! 

  1. Enjoying Golfing in Nature

Near Sankoty Lakes is the Timber Ridge Golf Club.

The golf club offers a nine-hole golf course, which is perfect if you want to enjoy a short golf match. You can also enjoy the various restaurants on the golf course, like the 1923 Steakhouse, known for the best grilling! 

  1. Endless Trout Fishing

Another reason you should visit Sankoty Lakes is to enjoy an almost endless lake fishing experience. One of the lakes contains an aquifer that feeds into an artificial trout stream. That means you’ll catch a fish in a matter of seconds! 

There some rules you should follow while fishing, so you should be sure to review them beforehand.

  1. Plenty of Outdoor Activities

As you can imagine, you can enjoy a wide variety of activities at Sankoty Lakes.

For example, if you like watersports, you will enjoy swimming, scuba diving, and kayaking. On the other hand, if you’re more of a landlubber, then you can have fun birdwatching, hiking, and biking.

Visit Sankoty Lakes Anytime of the Year

If you’re looking for a nature-filled adventure, then Sankoty Lakes is the place to go. As you can see, there are activities for everyone to enjoy while visiting the lakes. Next time you plan your vacations, have Sankoty Lakes in mind.

Did you find this post informative? If so, be sure to check out our other articles. We offer plenty of topics that will pique your interest.

Alex

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